This Weekend in ATX: Severe Weather Alert

You made it to Friday, so congrats! Now go find that rain coat because we’re expecting some severe rain and hail.

🗞️ NEWS

Tesla Unveils Plans for Riverfront EcoPark
develop a 3.8-mile riverfront park near its Austin factory, featuring trails, wetlands, and solar installations. Read more​

Severe Weather Alert Issued for Austin Area
The National Weather Service issues a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m. Friday, warning of large hail and damaging winds in Central Texas. Read more

ICON Develops 3D-Printed Desert Oasis in Marfa
Austin-based ICON collaborates on a 60-acre expansion of El Cosmico, featuring 43 hotel units, 18 homes, and communal spaces, set to open in 2026. Read more

Texas football has the largest NIL Budget in the Nation
After a program record 12 players taken in 2025 NFL Draft. The Longhorns reportedly have the Largest NIL Budget at $35-40 Million. Read more

Austin City Limits 2025 Lineup & Tickets Available Next week
on Tuesday, May 6 at 9AM CST the lineup will be unveiled. At Noon CST (same day) Tickets for Weekend 1 & 2 will go live. More details

🎟️ EVENTS

• May 3: Area 51two - Live Electronic Event / Cosmic Saltillo (RSVP)

• May 3: iHeartCountry Festival / Moody Center (Tickets)

• May 3: Austin FC vs. Minnesota United FC / 7:30 PM / Q2 Stadium (Tickets)

• May 3–4: FREE Spring Pecan Street Festival / East Sixth Street (Details)

• May 6: Get The Led Out (Led Zeppelin Tribute) / ACL Live at The Moody Theater (Tickets)

• May 9: Hermanos Gutiérrez with Adrian Quesada’s Trio Asesino / ACL Live at The Moody Theater (Tickets)​

FOOD AND DRINK SPOTLIGHT

Since we are expectin’ some rain for the next week. Here are 3 cozy and rain-friendly places to grab food & drinks.

Lenoir
A romantic South Austin spot with a cozy dining room and seasonal Texas cuisine; ideal for a quiet rainy evening.
📍 1807 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704 (Website)

Intero
Refined Italian in East Austin with a moody, modern interior — handmade pastas and chocolate for a rainy day escape.
📍 2612 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 (Website)

Olamaie
Downtown Southern fine dining in a charming historic home, serving elevated comfort food like buttermilk biscuits and fried chicken.
📍 1610 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701 (Website)

Barley Swine
North Austin staple for inventive farm-to-table tasting menus — candlelit and cozy when the weather turns.
📍 6555 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757 (Website)